What are Indeterminate vs. determinate tomatoes?

Knowing tomato terms helps you choose the right varieties for your needs For gardeners shopping for tomato plants, the range of options can be daunting, especially if you’re looking to…

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When to Start Pepper Seeds Indoors

When to Start Pepper Seeds Indoors in Minnesota Zone 4-5 Whether you're growing sweet bell peppers or hot varieties like jalapeno, cayenne, or habanero, you will need a lot of…

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When to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors

When to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors in Minnesota Zone 4-5 Tomatoes are the most popular home garden vegetable, but this warm season plant needs a lot of time to grow…

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What USDA Zone Changes Mean for MN Gardeners

What USDA Zone Changes Mean for MN Gardeners With the warming climate reflected in the 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, a majority of Minnesota gardeners suddenly find themselves in…

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When to Plant Garlic in Zone 4 Minnesota?

When to Plant Garlic in Zone 4 Minnesota? The most common gardening question I get in the fall is "is it too late to plant garlic?" The good news is…

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What vegetables can I plant in late July in Minnesota?

What vegetables can I plant in late July in Minnesota? Looking to plant something midsummer after harvesting early crops such as lettuce, peas andspinach? You can grow a variety of…

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How Often and How Much to Water Tomato Plants?

How Often and How Much to Water Tomato Plants? The art and science of watering tomatoes Knowing when and how often to water your plants can sometimes feel more like…

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Last Frost Date in Washington County MN

Last Frost Date in Washington County MN The average last frost date in Washington County is May 15th. Ours is a very large county though, with slightly different dates depending…

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